I'd go with popoko :) It fits the super cute pose part. I'm making Remedy one next time the Peka glade is open. I'm totally not biased XD

I'd lean toward the Kora or the Popoko. I think the Malticorn might also be a good fit, but that's not one of your top choices.

I do the same thing :)

I have a bunch of friends that say aww at all the cute things and animals too:) And in our Wildlife Management class, that's all we ever talk about XD